Direct large-diameter borehole construction, and identify and field-prove novel drilling techniques, including air / percussion hammer drilling in hard rock and reverse-flood / reverse circulation ...
Direct large-diameter borehole construction, and identify and field-prove novel drilling techniques, including air / percussion hammer drilling in hard rock and reverse-flood / reverse circulation ...
Direct large-diameter borehole construction, and identify and field-prove novel drilling techniques, including air / percussion hammer drilling in hard rock and reverse-flood / reverse circulation ...
Direct large-diameter borehole construction, and identify and field-prove novel drilling techniques, including air / percussion hammer drilling in hard rock and reverse-flood / reverse circulation ...
Air Rotary Driller
Amarillo, TX · On-site
$21 - $28.50/hr
As a leader in environmental and geotechnical drilling services, Talon/LPE is committed to safety, quality, and professional growth. The Air Rotary Driller will supervise and train crews, ensure safe ...
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Air Rotary Driller
Amarillo, TX · On-site
$21 - $28.50/hr
As a leader in environmental and geotechnical drilling services, Talon/LPE is committed to safety, quality, and professional growth. The Air Rotary Driller will supervise and train crews, ensure safe ...
$22 - $27/hr
Drive a Class A truck and trailer with air brakes to transport an approximately 40,000-pound drill package. * Complete approximately five drill shots per day, depending on project conditions.
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$22 - $27/hr
Drive a Class A truck and trailer with air brakes to transport an approximately 40,000-pound drill package. * Complete approximately five drill shots per day, depending on project conditions.
Directional Drilling Locator
Harmony, MN · On-site
$23.25 - $28.75/hr
Drive a Class A truck and trailer with air brakes to transport an approximately 40,000-pound drill package. * Complete approximately five drill shots per day, depending on project conditions.
Directional Drilling Locator
Harmony, MN · On-site
$23.25 - $28.75/hr
Drive a Class A truck and trailer with air brakes to transport an approximately 40,000-pound drill package. * Complete approximately five drill shots per day, depending on project conditions.
Directional Drilling Locator
Harmony, MN · On-site
$23.25 - $28.75/hr
Drive a Class A truck and trailer with air brakes to transport an approximately 40,000-pound drill package. * Complete approximately five drill shots per day, depending on project conditions.
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Directional Drilling Locator
Harmony, MN · On-site
$23.25 - $28.75/hr
Drive a Class A truck and trailer with air brakes to transport an approximately 40,000-pound drill package. * Complete approximately five drill shots per day, depending on project conditions.
$22 - $27/hr
Drive a Class A truck and trailer with air brakes to transport an approximately 40,000-pound drill package. * Complete approximately five drill shots per day, depending on project conditions.
$22 - $27/hr
Drive a Class A truck and trailer with air brakes to transport an approximately 40,000-pound drill package. * Complete approximately five drill shots per day, depending on project conditions.
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General Assembly
Anderson, SC · On-site
$17 - $19/hr
Uses screwdrivers, pliers, air guns, ratchets, air drill, pop rivet gun, c-clamp, scratch awl, and hammer. * Assembles blowers and fans. * Assembles motors. * Installs blowers and fans. * Installs ...
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General Assembly
Anderson, SC · On-site
$17 - $19/hr
Uses screwdrivers, pliers, air guns, ratchets, air drill, pop rivet gun, c-clamp, scratch awl, and hammer. * Assembles blowers and fans. * Assembles motors. * Installs blowers and fans. * Installs ...
Drilling Technician Helper
Kennedale, TX · On-site
$21 - $24/hr
Perform drilling activities in accordance with project requirements, including soil and groundwater investigation work. * Assist with hollow-stem auger, mud rotary, air rotary, direct-push, sampling ...
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Drilling Technician Helper
Kennedale, TX · On-site
$21 - $24/hr
Perform drilling activities in accordance with project requirements, including soil and groundwater investigation work. * Assist with hollow-stem auger, mud rotary, air rotary, direct-push, sampling ...
Responds to service calls and services equipment on customer drilling rig sites. conducts inspections of electrical, air system, water system, mud system, structural and inventory. Descales unit and ...
Responds to service calls and services equipment on customer drilling rig sites. conducts inspections of electrical, air system, water system, mud system, structural and inventory. Descales unit and ...
Responds to service calls and services equipment on customer drilling rig sites. conducts inspections of electrical, air system, water system, mud system, structural and inventory. Descales unit and ...
Responds to service calls and services equipment on customer drilling rig sites. conducts inspections of electrical, air system, water system, mud system, structural and inventory. Descales unit and ...
Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
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Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
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Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
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Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
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Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
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Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
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Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
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Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
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Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
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Water Well Driller
$55K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate must have a strong mechanical background and experience with various drilling Methods (mud and air rotary) and experience with submersible pump installation. As a Driller, you ...
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$14.66 - $17.26
3% of jobs
$17.26 - $19.86
10% of jobs
$22.36 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$19.86 - $22.47
13% of jobs
$22.47 - $25.07
17% of jobs
The median wage is $25.82 / hr.
$25.07 - $27.67
26% of jobs
$29.07 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$27.67 - $30.27
13% of jobs
$30.27 - $32.87
6% of jobs
$32.87 - $35.47
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$40.67 - $43.27
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How much do air drilling jobs pay per hour?
As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for air drilling in the United States is $27.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $30.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is air drilling?
An Air Drilling job involves using compressed air or gas instead of drilling mud to circulate cuttings out of the wellbore. Air drilling is commonly used in formations where traditional drilling fluids might cause damage or lost circulation. Workers in this field operate and maintain air drilling equipment, monitor well conditions, and ensure safety protocols are followed. This method increases drilling speed and efficiency, especially in hard rock formations.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in air drilling?
To thrive in Air Drilling, you need a solid background in oil and gas drilling operations, understanding of geology, and knowledge of safe air and gas drilling practices, often supported by relevant technical certifications or degrees. Familiarity with air compressors, drilling rigs, downhole tools, and safety management systems such as HSE protocols is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication help professionals adapt quickly to changing drilling conditions and coordinate with rig crews. These skills and qualities are vital to maintaining safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance in demanding drilling environments.
What are the typical challenges faced by professionals working in air drilling operations?
Professionals in Air Drilling often face challenges such as unexpected changes in downhole pressures, managing equipment wear due to abrasive cuttings, and maintaining wellbore stability in variable geological formations. Working conditions can be demanding, requiring strict adherence to safety protocols and continuous coordination with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, rig operators, and site supervisors. Staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and operational best practices helps professionals tackle these challenges and contribute effectively to project safety and success. Overcoming these obstacles is a valuable part of career progression and can lead to exciting advancement opportunities in drilling supervision or engineering roles.
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Full-time
Posted 18 days ago
Job description
Deep Fission is a nuclear technology company pioneering the development of a revolutionary deep borehole pressurized water reactor. We recently completed a private placement financing and Alternative Public Offering and are now operating as a public company while maintaining our startup agility and innovation focus. With strategic partnerships in place, strong private and public investment, and active engagement with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), we are executing our next phase of growth as we advance our groundbreaking nuclear technology toward commercial deployment.
We appreciate your interest in partnering with Deep Fission. At this time, we are not accepting new agency partnerships or unsolicited candidate referrals. If our needs change, we will reach out directly. Thank you for your understanding.
Job Summary
Deep Fission is seeking a Director of Drilling to own the well construction program that takes our borehole reactor emplacement from design into the field, building the drilling function around it from first principles. Deep Fission places reactors in engineered boreholes a mile underground, in deep, large-diameter, hard-rock wells outside the range of conventional onshore drilling programs - which means this role gets to solve construction problems that standard onshore programs never encounter.
Key Responsibilities
Required Skills & Experience
Preferred Skills & Experience
Key Competencies
Our Commitment:
Deep Fission is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share our passion for advancing clean nuclear energy and creating a sustainable future. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We appreciate your interest in partnering with Deep Fission. At this time, we are not accepting new agency partnerships or unsolicited candidate referrals. If our needs change, we will reach out directly. Thank you for your understanding.
Job Summary
Deep Fission is seeking a Director of Drilling to own the well construction program that takes our borehole reactor emplacement from design into the field, building the drilling function around it from first principles. Deep Fission places reactors in engineered boreholes a mile underground, in deep, large-diameter, hard-rock wells outside the range of conventional onshore drilling programs - which means this role gets to solve construction problems that standard onshore programs never encounter.
Key Responsibilities
- Well Delivery & Execution
- Own well delivery - safety, well integrity, control of work, cost, and schedule - from the first wells through repeatable, at-scale drilling operations.
- Direct large-diameter borehole construction, and identify and field-prove novel drilling techniques, including air / percussion hammer drilling in hard rock and reverse-flood / reverse circulation methods.
- Lead the drilling input to Deep Fission's first-of-a-kind well permitting process and regulatory submissions.
- Organizational Build-Out
- Build and scale the drilling organization, recruiting and leading the engineering and field teams needed to grow from the first wells to a multi-well, multi-rig program.
- Stand up drilling and safety management systems, standards, and procedures from first principles for a high-consequence, regulated environment.
- Engineering & Technical Standards
- Produce drilling programs, basis of design, procedures, and well control philosophy for Deep Fission's large-diameter geometry, partnering with specialist support where needed.
- Own the drilling budget within the approved envelope and authority limits, together with procurement and contractor accountability, and enforce cost, scope, and schedule discipline.
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Petroleum, Mechanical, or a related Engineering discipline.
- 15+ years of progressively responsible onshore drilling experience, including direct leadership of multi-well or multi-rig programs.
- Demonstrated record of building drilling organizations, engineering teams, and management and safety systems from the ground up, with the ability to scale them as the program grows.
- Operational depth, with direct accountability for delivering wells safely and economically.
- Command of well design, casing, mud, and cement programs, well control, and cost control.
- Demonstrated judgment applying rigorous, risk-based engineering, quality, and HSE controls in high-consequence operations.
- Current IADC or IWCF well control certification.
- Demonstrated HSE leadership record in drilling operations.
- Ability to lead effectively in a distributed organization.
- Must be a U.S. person eligible to meet DOE Export Control requirements under 10 CFR 810.
- Ability to work independently in a remote-first, cross-functional environment with senior stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel domestically for team offsites, training sessions, and site visits as required, with up to 20% travel anticipated.
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Advanced engineering degree.
- Large-diameter and hard-rock drilling experience.
- Experience with reverse-flood / reverse circulation and air / percussion hammer drilling techniques.
- Prior experience scaling a drilling program from single-rig to multi-rig operations.
- Commercial or private-sector experience, ideally in a high-growth or newly public company.
Key Competencies
- Well Delivery Ownership - Drives well construction from design through safe, economic execution, holding the line on integrity, cost, and schedule at once.
- Organizational Building - Builds drilling teams, systems, and standards from first principles, and scales them as the program grows.
- Technical Judgment in High-Consequence Operations - Applies rigorous, risk-based engineering and HSE judgment to a first-of-a-kind drilling program.
- First-of-a-Kind Problem-Solving - Comfortable solving construction problems that standard onshore programs do not encounter, without established precedent to lean on.
- Cross-Functional & Regulatory Collaboration - Partners across engineering, licensing, and regulatory teams to support well permitting and first-of-a-kind submissions.
Our Commitment:
Deep Fission is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share our passion for advancing clean nuclear energy and creating a sustainable future. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.